Agency
A Massachusetts seller's agent learns that the property has a faulty septic system the seller chose not to disclose. The agent's obligations are to:
AMaintain the seller's confidentiality about the septic issue
BDisclose the known material defect to buyers and advise the seller to correct the disclosure✓ Correct
CQuietly remove the property from the market
DTell only the buyer's attorney
Explanation
A known material defect (faulty septic system) must be disclosed to buyers regardless of the seller's wishes. The agent must advise the seller to properly disclose and cannot participate in concealing material defects.
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